Irish Encounter
The Irish Encounter is a cocktail of a different sort for this list. It is a frozen drink made of Irish cream, rum, pineapple, and coconut. This is a St. Patrick's Day cocktail for those looking for something completely out of the norm.Irish Eyes
Irish whiskey is the base spirit for this creamy lowball that is similar to the vodka based White Russian. The crème de menthe adds just a hint of mint and gives the finished drink it's light green color. Now that you've got the cocktail, here's the song When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
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Irish Gold
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Forget all the green this St. Patrick's Day, go with the gold. This simple highball mixed drink pairs the fruit flavors of orange and peach with a great Irish whiskey and it's all brought together with semi-sweet ginger ale
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Irish Martini
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What would St. Patrick's Day be without some good Irish whiskey? For Martini enthusiasts, the coating of Irish Whiskey in the cocktail glass will add just enough of the Irish celebration without straying too far from your normal choice of cocktail.
Irish Pride
A drink that will last most of the night, an Irish Pride is a smooth, delicious highball that is a wonderful mix of flavors. This cocktail is light enough in alcohol content that it is a great choice for those who do not want a hangover in the morning. Because the recipe is so simple, even a novice bartender can mix it up when given the ingredients and ratio.
Irish Punch
While your tastes may be turning to lighter, "springier" cocktails this time of year, there is still the occasional desire for a warm drink. This Irish Punch is a gentle twist on the Hot Toddy and a nice option for serving a crowd.
Irish Tea Party
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Drinking this may be unlike any tea party you have ever attended, but it would make an excellent addition to one. This Irish Tea Party combines Jameson Irish whiskey with chilled green tea, but the twist is the absinthe rinse you give your glass before you do anything else.
Irish Whip
No Irish spirits are used to make an Irish Whip, instead vodka and Cuban rum are the base spirits. However it is served in a beer mug and has a light green coloring thanks to the crème de menthe, making this cocktail a great alternative to drinking green beer
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Jameson and Ginger
Photo Courtesy of: © Jameson Irish Whiskey
Simple and timely, this drink takes the Irish side of the classic Whiskey Highball. The twist of using Jameson instead of a rye, bourbon or Canadian whiskey is nice and very simple.
Leprechaun
The Leprechaun may be my favorite drink in this list. I don't know if it's very lucky and it hasn't led me to any pot of gold yet, but for an Irish twist on the Gin and Tonic, it's ideal for any occasion.
